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VALVE CHATTER
AUGUST 2016 NEWSLETTER, Volume 21, Issue #8
The Palomar Mountain V-8’s
Regional Group #148 of the Early Ford V-8 Club of America, Inc
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE!
I opened a package today from the Co-Chairs
of the 2016 Western National Meet. With
excitement I opened it and found an
opportunity to win several different raf¯es.
They will be drawing winner’s numbers for
three beautiful neon clocks sporting the Early
Ford V-8 Club logo, a new Stromberg 97
carburetor donated by Third Gen Automotive
and a new 8BA carburetor donated by Dennis
Carpenter.(see page 11)
To help support the meet, you can buy raf¯e
tickets at our next monthly meeting. The
tickets are $5 each or three for $10. You do
not need to be present to win. That’s one way
to be part of the fun without going. I received
word that there are over 150 members
registered. Personally, I will be there when
they draw the winning tickets. I would
encourage you to be there as well. So, “Let
the V-8s Roll” to Bakers®eld October
17-20th. I have been asked to “throw my hat
in the ring” in regards to running for a
position on the National Board. I don’t often
wear hats. I only have a few and I usually try
to keep them. I like idioms and use them
regularly however “if the cap ®ts” and I
receive conformation from the members of
the Early Ford V8 Club, I will wear it with
pride.
Pride is also what I felt at Cruisin Grand in
Escondido on the 15th. Tom & Patsy Hamlin
organized and helped place each of our Early
Ford’s as we arrived. I saw members there
that I have not seen in a long time.
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The Hamlin’s brought 2 Early Ford’s to the
show. The Star of the show was Patsy’s 1946
Convertible Club Coupe. Due to some
incentives by Tom, Patsy’s Club Coupe was
featured on the 2016 Crusin Grand poster
and in my humble opinion it was awarded
the President’s award by me. Patsy was able
to drive it over to the winner area and then
tell her story of rebuilding the carb and
engine. See her story on pages 8&9 of this
issue.
Upcoming events, check out the pages of the
Valve Chatter or go to our web page.
I cannot encourage you enough to attend
local and sometimes far away Early Ford
events. You will certainly be enlightened and
encouraged to participate in the fun. Owning
an Early Ford V8 is holding on to the
responsibility of maintaining the legacy that
Henry wanted for each of the cars produced.
"As members of the Ford Motor organization
we are engaged in the production of an
article of use for the people of all countries.
Our principle is to make our work as
pro®table for the buyer as for the seller."
Henry Ford. Ford News 12/15/1924
MONTHLY CLUB BUSINESS &
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
MEETINGS
First Tuesday Monthly
(January thru November) Breakfast @
8:00 am Meeting @ 9:00 a.m.
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
August 2nd Regular Business Meeting
September 6th Regular Business Meeting
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Board of Director's & Business Meeting of the Members of
The Palomar Mountain V-8's Regional Group of the Early Ford V-8
Club of America, Inc.
A California Non-Pro®t Public Bene®t Corporation
A regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Directors and Members of
the Palomar Mountain V-8's Regional Group of the Early Ford V'8 Club of
America,Inc.and a California Non-Pro®t Public Bene®t Corporation was held
on July 5, 2016 at the meeting place of the members, The Broken Yolk Café,
26495 Ynez Road, Temecula, California.
Directors Present: Cal Westra-President; Ron Shedd-VP; Gregg Lowry-Treasurer;
Janice Gustin - Secretary and Rudy Perez-5th Director.
Members Present & Cars Driven: Cli & Janice Gustin; Gary Potts; Ron & Kathy
Shedd, Dory & Ted Thompson-35/3 window; Zip & Ruth Zepede; Leona Spanier;
Ray & Jackie Ouellette-46 Merc.; Nick & Mary Cucci-23 T; Bob & Letrice Davis50 Ford; Cal & Cheryl Westra-50 Ford; Sam & Loie Jeromin; Dan Krehbiel-49
Convt.; Chuck & Marilyn Rounds-37 Pickup; Frank & Irene Gri n; Don & Sylvia
Harwick; Bob & Sharon McClelland; Tom & Patsy Hamlin; Linda & Gregg Lowry;
Norm & Peggy Petrucci-40 Coupe; Carolyn & Clark Mears; Roger Bell; Rudy
Perez; Linda & Jay Smith.
Guests: Kevin Clark; Rosemary Davis; Robert Davis; Diane Davis.
The meeting was called to order at 9 am. President Cal opened the meeting and
asked Bud Williams to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance and Cal led us in Prayer.
O cer & Committee Reports were accepted:
President: Cal went over birthdays and anniversaries. He mentioned that he and
Cheryl went to Tulsa and Cheryl won a trophy (GOOD JOB CHERYL)!!!! Cal also
mentioned that he is going to run for o ce for the National Club.
Vice-President: Nothing to report.
Treasurer: Gregg reported a club balance of. He also mentioned that himself, Jay Harris,
Roger Bell and Dan Krehbiel had formed a committee to review what to do with our money.
They will present information to the members at a future meeting for voting.
Secretary: Janice presented the June minutes. Motion to accept made by Jackie
Ouellette and seconded by Ruth Zepede. Motion passed.
Director: Rudy advised we have 11 old cars in the parking lot today.
Accessories: Irene Gri n thanked everyone for orders and advised that the order
will be going in soon. She apologized for not sending it in sooner but she forgot to
put a stamp on the envelope.
Advertising: Bob Davis advised we have 25 advertisers and he has a lead on a new one.
Membership & Club Badges: Dory Thompson had no report.
Sunshine: Carolyn Mears advised that Steve Malarchick had 3 stents put in and a card was
sent to him - otherwise, everything is ®ne.
Tours: No tours for July or August. Car Shows: Crusin Grad - Escondido- Broadway near
Main-get there a little before 4 pm. Elsinore car show last Saturday of the month
on Main Street in Downtown Elsinore - 4 pm to 7 pm. Big Bear - August 13th. (continue)
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(continued)
Car show third Wednesday of the month at
Douglas Burgers on Central Avenue and the
Freeway in Lake Elsinore - 4 pm to 7 pm.
Western Meet in Bakers®eld in October.
Newsletter & Website: Bob McClelland
asked members for input for the newsletter.
Carolyn Mears advised that if someone had
written an article a while ago, to resubmit it.
Also, Cal asked that the ladies submit items
for a ladies page.
Old Business: Ladies working on Christmas
luncheon for December 6th.
New Business: None.
Announcements: Cal was changing oil
under car and had to have 7 staples on top
of head - HE FORGOT TO DUCK!!!!. Update
on Merleen - She is up and walking but still
in rehab and now has a bladder infection hopefully, she should be home in a few
weeks but still has the open sore on her
back. Our prayers and thoughts are with her.
Program: Dan Krehbiel had a interesting
talk about carburetors including Strombergs
and Hollies. Being no further business to
come before the meeting and on motion duly
made and carried, the meeting adjourned at
10 a.m. It is directed that this action be ®led
in the Minute Book of the Corporation. This
action is executed pursuant to the
Corporation Code of the State of California,
which requires accurate minutes of any
meeting of the Board be maintained.
Dated: July 6, 2016
Respectfully submitted,
Janice Gustin - Secretary
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MONTHLY CLUB BUSINESS
& BOARD OF DIRECTOR
MEETINGS
First Tuesday Monthly
(January thru November) Breakfast @
8:00 am Meeting @ 9:00 a.m.
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
July 5th Regular Business Meeting
August 2nd Regular Business Meeting
GOOD NEWS FROM
THE ACCESSORIES
CHAIR
Our embroiderer is back
from vacation and your
order has been placed.
Thank you for your
patience and I hope your
items will be available by the next meeting or
before. Your help would be appreciated in
lowering our inventory of travel mugs—GREAT
BARGAIN AT ONLY $8.00 each, holds either
hot or cold or can be ®lled with goodies to share
as a gift. Since it is still travel time, the tote bags
($10.00 a really good price) hold a lot, are sturdy
canvas, can be washed so have many uses—
groceries, wet beach clothes, with a plastic bag,
things that need to go in the trash (we don’t want
to litter), extra clothes, games, etc. Let your
imagination take over.
Look forward to seeing you at the next meeting.
Irene
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1947 Club Coupe, drive-able,$10,000. make offer,
Jay (951)679-8086
[2]
1950 Ford tudor, 351, 1951 Ford tudor, 302, AOD,PS,AC BEST OFFER
Gary (818) 319-8200
[2]
1940 Ford distributer, wire loom & new wires - $30., Generator with new
regulator - $40., Stock steel heads $10.
Nick (619) 548-4416
[1]
1948 Ford truck /F3 6 cal., sandblasted, sheet metal “ $2500.
Gregg Lowry (619) 548-2620
[1]
1940 Ford Coupe, Dearborn
1946 Ford Woodie PERFECT
1932 Roadster all Henry steel, Chevy powered Dave Louzek (858)682-8585
[3]
1939/40 front fenders (pair) $250. 1939 rear fenders (pair) $250.
1934 Ford 354 Gear set $465.
1935 steering mast jacket with drop & ignition lock with key $35.
1952-54 Ford & Mercury transmission and overdrive with pull cable solenoid and
governor $300.
Dan Krehbiel 951 302-5922
[3]
1957 Ford Thunderbird (needs restoring)
Tom Hamlin (760) 745-5099
[1]
1955 Ford Thunderbird Black 2 tops, auto, 67K miles $17,500.
Dan Krehbiel (951) 302-5922
[3]
1934 Ford Rocker panels (both sides)
Jack (951) 595-9220
[2]
1940 Ford Running boards
Tom Hamlin (760 745-5099
[1]
Dropped tube axle (chrome) $300. (out of 32 highboy)
Don Harwick (760)941-1933 ([email protected])
[3]
1948 Ford Club Coupe Call for details & price
Zip (951) 677-5362
[3]
1952-55 Trans with OD Recently rebuilt $200. Cal Westra (951) 816-9534
[3]
Columbia Rear end removed from 40 Ford, $1,000. extra new parts, seller is Club
Member John DeLaittre (lives in Shasta Lake) $4,000. More info call Norm
Petrucci at (951) 600-1266 or John DeLaittre at (530)945-5241 Photo’s Available [1]
WANTED
1937,38or 39 Front brake drum (one)
Ted Thompson (619) 507-8535
[3]
1950 FORD Overdrive Transmission
Cal Westra (951) 696-3764
[3]
Literature or info on Australian “Utes” Utility Vehicle (other than V/8 Times
Ron Shedd 858-485-8967 ([email protected])
[3]
1933 Ford 5 window coupe unrestored project car older restoration or old hot rod
Contact Gregg from Cincinnati Ohio (513)-607-1981
[3]
1966 Ford Mustang Gas tank Good Shape
Clark (951)766 5031 [1]
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SPECIAL OCCASIONS AUGUST 2016
August Birthdays
2 – Gregg Lowry
4 - Wayne Dunham
10 - Bob Ross
14 – Bill Matz
20 – Margaret Connelly
21 – Mike Pierson
26 – Jane Dague
26 - Sandy Shortt
26 – Sharon Mc Clelland
27 – Don Gilbert
28 – Marlene Dupriest
28 – Victor Terrell
29 – Theresa Huckins
29 - Dean Wakefield
August Anniversaries
8 – Frank & Mona Fucci
10 – Dick & Gloria Foote
10 – Nick & Mary Cacci
18-Carroll&Marlene Dupriest
25 - Phil & Judith Spaid
MARK YOUR CALENDAR !!
AUGUST 2016
CHECK OUT WWW.SOCALCARCULTURE.COM
OR WWW.GOODOLEBOYSSANDIEGO.COM/
EVENTS)
5,12,19&26 Escondido Crusin’Grand ave Downtown
7- Vista Rod Run #27 Main St. Hist. Dist 9am-3pm
13-Big Bear Lake 27th Fun Run Down town 8am-3pm
14-Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show at the
Fairplex 5AM - 2PM
The Palomar Mountain V-8’s Regional
Group of the Early Ford V-8 Club of
America, Inc. P.O. Box 891354,
Temecula, CA 92589-1354 Organized
November 8, 1996 Chartered January
18, 1997 RG 148
Incorporated August 7, 2001
2016 Board of Directors & Of®cers
President
Cal Westra
Vice President Ron Shedd
Treasurer
Gregg Lowry
Secretary
Janice Gustin
Past Pres./Dir. Rudy Perez
2015 Committee Chairpersons
ACCESSORIES
Irene Grif®n
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Of®cers & Member at Large per Bylaws
ADVERTISING / FUNDRAISING
Bob Davis
HISTORIAN
Vacant
MEMBERSHIP, *BADGES, *ROSTER
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Dory Thompson
NEWSLETTER EDITOR
Robert McClelland
Email: [email protected]
DEADLINE: 20th of Each Month
*SPECIAL DRAWINGS CHAIR
Kathy Ries—Shedd
SUNSHINE CHAIR
Carolyn Mears
TOUR LEADERS
Volunteers on Monthly Basis
WEBSITE CHAIR: OPEN/BOARD
AdHoc committees: President is ExOf®cio member on all committees
MEMBERSHIP
Contact Dory Thompson (619)
889-3242 On-line:
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Initiation Fee: $15.00 (includes two
Regional Group Name Tags to wear to
meetings & events.) Annual dues: $25
per year (Jan. thru December 31) Nat’l
Membership also required Nat’l
Dues: $35/yr + $3 spouse Or optional
$10/yr no magazine Www.efv8.org
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Patsy Hamlin is back in the garage
enjoying her 1946 Ford convertible.
It was some three years ago when I asked Tom if he thought he could ®nd a
Ford like my older sister had as a teenager. After viewing a few pictures we
determined that her car was a 46 Ford convertible, maroon in color with a
tan top and brown leather interior. Tom looked for some two and a half years
for the right car.
Tom and I drove to Saratoga, Ca. and made the deal, loaded it on the trailer
and headed home. A ways down the road Tom told me that he was going to have to rebuild the
carburetor when we returned home. At that time I told him that since this was
my car I would like to rebuild the carburetor. Tom’s reply was there is no
reason why you can’t do it!
We were invited to go on a 100 mile rod run, eight miles in while TOM is
driving my car a exhaust valve seat decided to vacate the
engine……………………….After having the
car towed back to our home , Tom removed
the engine and took it completely apart
having all new valves and valve seats
installed I told Tom I would like to reassemble
the engine. His reply was once again “I don’t see why not”. Tom being
a retired Ford truck mechanic he was there to coach me in the process.
My Ford is back running
again!!
Torquing main bearings
Adjusting valve lash
Installing pistons & connecting
rod
Installing head
Installing new cylinder
head studs
Torquing head nuts
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Installing intake manifold
Finished…………..
Installing oil pan
Installed
Torquing pressure plate
Sounds great ……
I really enjoyed assembling the engine, it was a great experience and would do it again.
Sorry guys I don’t hire out!!!!!
A great time was had by all!
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Members enjoying fellowship &
breakfast
At the Broken Yolk
Dan Presents another great program on
“carburetors”
And the winners are Cheryl Westra & Sharon McClelland
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THE EARLY FORD V-8 FOUNDATION “BUY THE FOOT”
The Early Ford Foundation will be expanding the museum. The new addition will be 8700
square feet. To raise money for the addition, they are selling sponsorships for each square
foot. The price is $150.00 per square foot.
Our club has sponsored 2 square foot, but you can help out individually. There is a form
available at the website. Those donating will receive a certi®cate, and also their names will
be on a large plaque that will hang in the addition. They hope to have the ground breaking
in the spring.
Web Site: www.fordv8foundation.org Email: [email protected] Phone:
260-927-8022
SEND CHECK TO: THE EARLY FORD V-8 FOUNDATION
P.O. Box 284 Auburn, IN 46706
REGULAR MEETING PLACE
BROKEN YOLK CAFE
26495 Ynez Rd., Temecula 855-229-9655
$9.00 per person Breakfast (includes coffee & tip) Each person attending pays . . .
It is the cost of our utilizing the space.
DELIVER TO:
Bud & Cassandra Williams
Enjoying their 32 roadster!
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